Charm construction



'Nw 4, 1924. www? K. L. F. POYTON CHARM CONSTRUCTION Filed June 6, 1923 Patented Nov. il, i924.

KARL L. F. POYTON, OF PROVIDENCE, BHODE'ISLAND, ASSIGNOR TO J'. J. WHITE MANUFACTURING COMPANY, OF PROVIDENCE, RHODE SLAND.

CHART@ CONSTRUCTON.

Application led. .Tune 6,

T0 all wlw/1t may concern.'

Be it known that l, KARL L. F. PoY'roN, a citizen of the United States, residing at Providence, in the county of Providence and State of Rhode island, have invented certain new and useful Improvements in Charm Constructions, of which the following is a specification.

The invention relates to ewelry and particularly to emblems and like devices, and has for an object to provide a means of desirable construction having the capability ot modification of its design, with a novel etfect. A further aim is to provide a device of this character of su-ch construction that certain parts may be removed and others substituted when required, in a simple manner with a minimum of expense.

An especial purpose is to provide an emblem which may be used by the wearer as a general device significant simply of memcership in a given order, but operable to distinguish the rank of the wearer or tenets of the order by significant relation of certain parts of the devices which have special signiicance in such relation. lt is a special aim in this connection to pro-vide a movable member which in association with certain elements will form coordinate designs with the stationary element, in either or any of a number of different positions.

A further important aim ot the invention is to make it possible for a member of an order having progressive stages of initiation to obtain an emblem, which, by the substitution of an appropriateelement for one of those initially provided the-rein and read ily removable, willv always be reciprocably related to the rank of such member in his order. This is of considerable advantage on account of the tact that emblems are often quite expensive in their general significance, and by my invention it is possible to prepare an expensive form of the em blem. in such manner that the replaceable element may be the least expensive part, yet in keeping with the quality of the device; and enabling substitution of other ele ments of dierent signiicance in the same position, representing but a Jfraction of the cost oi" the complete emblem. lt is a further important aim 'of the invention to present a method of construction by which an emblem consisting of several parallel separate plates may be adequately secured to- 1923. serial No'. 643,658.

gether with a minimum liability ot distortion due to lack of mutual support, but still involving the use of very fine or thin connections at the outer parts.

Additional objects, advantages and features of invention reside in the construction, arrangement and combination of partsas more readily understood from the following description and accompanying drawings, wherein,

Figure 1 is an elevational view of the obverse side oli an emblem structure without complete details, as to ornamentation and some other features of the outer element,

Fig. 2 is a similar view with the devicearranged to exemplify individual significanoe,

Fig. 3 is a view of the reverse side,

Fig. 4L is a vertical cross sectional view or' the complete device,

Fig. 5 is a detail obverse elevation of the movable member, y

Fig. 6 is the reverse side thereof,

Fig. 7 is a detail of the blank for the face elements,

Fig. 8 is a similar view of the other blank for one of the Xed elements,

Fig. 9 is a detail of a modilied form of the stem element.

There is illustrated a device which comprises two stationary plates 10 and 11, the one being in the form of a Greek cross, while the second named is in the form ot a Maltese cross. The former is provided with a slight extension 12 at its upper part, ofy

when the upper part of the plate 12 is alined y with the arm 13, a space is left between the ears 14 and 15 which is adapted to accommodate a hinge knuckle 16 formed upon the stem element 17, or secured thereupon in a suitable way. The stem element is `formed with iiange pieces 18 of ornamental shape extending downwardly on both sides ot the knuckle 16, and spaced to receive snugly the plates 10 and 11 in their normal relation when the ears 14 and 15 are alined with the knuckle 16. The lateral and lower arms of the plates 11 and 12 are kformed with small ears or apertures 19 by which they may be connected by short pins 18 of very small diameter, as shown in Fig. l. A single pin or pintle 19 is engaged through the ears and knuckle. The stem element is in the form oit a helmet with visor, as shown in Figures 1 to 4 inclusive, but if desired, it may have in place of the helmet proper a plain ring, as shown in Fig. 9, at 17. The plate 10 has an axial stud 2O upon which there is revoluble a symbol element 21 apertured to receive the stud snugly, the member 21 being disposed between the plates 10 and 11 and the stud being projected through a central aperture in the plates 11. rllhis stud is hollow and may be exposed centrally of the plate 11 for mounting or connection of any additional elements desired. y lt should be noted that the flanges 18 oil the stem piece serve to hold the plates 10 and 11 against separation, but permit the plates to be swung apart by force in case it is necessary, as will be understood. The use of the ears and knuckle as described assures ready and accurate alinement of the parts in manufacture, as well as making a strong connection, and has the further advantage of enabling removal of any of the three elements (10, 11, and 21), and the substitution of another if desired, without involving highly trained workers or complicated manufacturing operations. rlhe element 21 in the present instance is in the form of a Maltese cross, corresponding in size to the Maltese cross er' bodied in the plate 11, the arms however heilig short enough to rotate within the pins 1S', as will be understood. Integrally formed in the same piece, there are also crossed Roman swords which are equally spaced between the arms 'of the cross. On the one side, which is ordinarily disposed next to the plate 10 embodying the Greek cross, the crossed arms of the member 21 are formed with radial lines in relief, representing a Sunburst which when in position between the arms of the Greek cross provide a signiiicant back ground for this cross. On the opposite side, the arms of the cross on the member 21 are provided with individual symbols 25, which may include elements specifically applicable to a given rank of the owner. It should be noted that the pin 18', at one side of the device is located at a distance from the stem sufficient to permit movement of the butt of one of the swords of the plate 21 to bring the arms carrying the symbols 25 into accurate registry with the arms of the cross on the plate 11, thus having the swords entirely concealed and only the symbols 25 displayed, together with the lines on the back of the plate 21. With the parts in the position shown in Figures 1 and 3, however only the crossed swords will be displayed, and the symbols 25 will be concealed behind the arms of the plate 11. As may be seen in Fig. l, the swords form a harmonious design with the crosses at both sides of the device and in the alternative position as shown in Fig. 2, a similarly homogenous design is presented. A. unitary design in either adjustment is obtained on both sides of the device, the crossed swords being visible in the position of the parts shown in Fig. 3, while in the alternative position, the lines on the plate 21 will form a proper setting for the cross of the plate 10.

The plate 10 is formed with a knuckle 26 upon which may be pivoted in a familiar way, the double eagle 2T. In. connection with this latter element it is customary to forni on the swinging part a pin 28, which engages in an aperture in the body plate when the hinge portion is in closed position. ln the present instance, it may be made of a sufficient length to project through the plate 10, and engage alternatively apertures 29 in the plate 21 formed one in the extremity of one of the blades of the plate 21 and the other centrally in one of the emblems on the lowermost arm of the plate 21 the latter being engaged when the swords are in disnlay position. By this means the rotatable element is held against displacement from either position until so desired.

It will be readily seen that by prying the plates 10 and 11 apart, so as to swing on the hinge connecting them with the stem element the plate 21 may be removed and another substituted upon the stud 20. Similarly, it is quite easy to substitute more or less expensive elements for either or both the plates 1() and 11. These last described features of the invention are of great value in making it possible to assemble emblems to lit the requirements of various persons and oc asions Thus, stock plates 10 and 11 and 21 and stems 17 in many dilferentgrades may be kept in stock: and a device made up whichy may embody the more expensive forms of all elements, or the price involved may be shaded as required by substituting one or more less expensive elements. This makes it possible to embody an emblem having one of the more important emblems quite expensive, while the others may be made of less expensive form, and give the best effect for a given proposed sum. It also enables the member of an organization when in possession of a valuable emblem while in the lower grades of an order to still utilize the emblem when in higher grades, by replacing the element 21 with another of proper significance. In case of valuable gifts, which are often set with precious stones, this is an especially desirable feature.

It will be readily appreciated that the assembly of my device from stock elements may be quickly made in the manner indicated, and also the replace-ment of the parts as required similarly carried Cali?v The de- Cil vice also has the advantage that normally the wearer may keep the elements 2l in a position which will not display specially significant devices, and only wear an emblem of general significance except when the member 2l is rotated toi display its significant character. These and the fact that unitary designs;` are presented in both positions of the device 2l constitute valuable and important attainments of the invention.

lVhat is claimed zl. In a device of the character described, plates and a stem having ears positioned to receive a common pin, the stem having an enveloping portion over said ears, said plates having spacing pins each attached to one plate and adapted to be drawn therefrom for separation of the plates, and a design element confined by the plates and mounted thereon for removal when the plates are separated.

2. In a device of the character described, structural plates and a stem having knuckle ears positioned to receive commonly a pin for alinement and securement of the parts, the stem having an enveloping portion including flanges projecting over the outer sides of the plates, means to space the plates, one plate having a journal stud thereon, a rotatable plate removably set on the stud between and retained by the first named plate, the outer plate having Open parts, and the rotatable element having design parts for display alternatively in the open parts of the outer plates.

3. In a device of the character described, stationary structural' plates, having designs thereon and open parts, a rotatable element between the plates` having design parts to be displayed alternatively in the open parts of the rst named plates to form alternative unitary designs, a hinged design element on the outer side of one of the stationary plates having a centering pin on its swinging part, the mounting plate being apertured to receive the pin therethrough,

said rotatable element having apertures to aline with the pin when respective parts are properly alined for display, said last named pin being of a length to engage in the apertures of the rotatable element Jfor retention in adjusted positions.

t. In a device of the character described, spaced stationary cross-shaped plates, a revoluble plate therebetween having the shape of crossed swords and ground plates projected between their divergent parts, the hilt of at least one sword projecting for manipulation, to rotate the plate, the swords and ground plates being of dimensions to be alternately concealed between the arms of the plates irst named.

5. A jewelry emblem comprising two spaced stationary plates, a central pivot stud extended therebetween, a revoluble plate on the stud between the stationary plates, said stationary plates having a plurality of open parts of a certain ordered relation, and the revoluble plate having a plurality of sets of design elements each in the same relation as the said open parts, for alternative alinement therewith.

6. The article of claim 5 in which the stationary plates are formed with respective different designs on their outer faces, and the revoluble plate is formed with different designs on opposite sides embodying elements forming parts of conventional insignia of which the respective stationary plates also represent parts and with the stationary elements forming completely such conventional insignia, the revoluble plate having alternated parts of two: dierent conventional insignia, whereby two complete conventional designs may be alternately displayed on a side of the article.

In testimony whereof I have affixed my signature in presence of two witnesses.

KARL L. F. POYTON. lVitnesses:

FRED B. IVHITE, ROBERT L. WARD. 

